Spain: Things To Do
Visit the Prado Museum in Madrid
The 19th century Prado Museum is not only one of Madrid's most famous landmarks, but also one of the world's greatest art galleries exhibiting more than 7,000 paintings including masterpieces. The collection naturally focuses on the Spanish masters, in particular Goya. Whether or not you are an art lover, the Prado Museum is truly a magnificent must-see attraction.
See the iconic Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
The truly magnificent Sagrada Familia was designed by modernist architect Antonio Gaudi with construction work beginning in 1882. The Sagrada Familia is one of Catalonia's most intriguing landmarks filled with his characteristic Art Noveau style, creating a unique interpretation of the Gothic architectural tradition. Anyone travelling to Barcelona must visit this truly incredible landmark.
Experience traditional flamenco shows
With flamenco being Spain's most famous art form, you will find daily flamenco shows in Andalusian cities such as Granada, Malaga and Madrid as well as Barcelona and Madrid. One of the most famous flamenco tablaos in Spain is at the Madrid Corral de la Moreria.
Immerse yourself in history at the Alhambra in Granada
A soaring city of romance and mythology, Granada boasts one of the most popular attractions in Spain, the UNESCO World Heritage Site the “Alhambra”. Built up between the 9th and 16th centuries, the Alhambra is a palace fortress making it the most significant and magnificent pieces of Moorish architecture in Spain with the huge complex set against the backdrop of the gorgeous Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Visit San Sebastian
La Concha, the Basque region's most popular beach is to be found in the sophisticated resort city of San Sebastian, 62 miles (100km) east of Bilbao. Today the town is buzzing with surf-shops, boutiques and nightclubs. For anyone seeking a spectacular view of the countryside and of the gorgeous sea, ride the funicular (cable railway) to the top of Monte Igueldo.
Visit the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao
The Guggenheim Museum was instantly hailed as being amongst one of the world's most spectacular accomplishments of deconstructions and post-modern architecture. With both rotating and permanent exhibitions of work by Spanish and international contemporary artists, you will certainly not find anything disappointing when visiting the Guggenheim Museum.
Visit the Prado Museum in Madrid
The 19th century Prado Museum is not only one of Madrid's most famous landmarks, but also one of the world's greatest art galleries exhibiting more than 7,000 paintings including masterpieces. The collection naturally focuses on the Spanish masters, in particular Goya. Whether or not you are an art lover, the Prado Museum is truly a magnificent must-see attraction.
See the iconic Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
The truly magnificent Sagrada Familia was designed by modernist architect Antonio Gaudi with construction work beginning in 1882. The Sagrada Familia is one of Catalonia's most intriguing landmarks filled with his characteristic Art Noveau style, creating a unique interpretation of the Gothic architectural tradition. Anyone travelling to Barcelona must visit this truly incredible landmark.
Experience traditional flamenco shows
With flamenco being Spain's most famous art form, you will find daily flamenco shows in Andalusian cities such as Granada, Malaga and Madrid as well as Barcelona and Madrid. One of the most famous flamenco tablaos in Spain is at the Madrid Corral de la Moreria.
Immerse yourself in history at the Alhambra in Granada
A soaring city of romance and mythology, Granada boasts one of the most popular attractions in Spain, the UNESCO World Heritage Site the “Alhambra”. Built up between the 9th and 16th centuries, the Alhambra is a palace fortress making it the most significant and magnificent pieces of Moorish architecture in Spain with the huge complex set against the backdrop of the gorgeous Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Visit San Sebastian
La Concha, the Basque region's most popular beach is to be found in the sophisticated resort city of San Sebastian, 62 miles (100km) east of Bilbao. Today the town is buzzing with surf-shops, boutiques and nightclubs. For anyone seeking a spectacular view of the countryside and of the gorgeous sea, ride the funicular (cable railway) to the top of Monte Igueldo.
Visit the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao
The Guggenheim Museum was instantly hailed as being amongst one of the world's most spectacular accomplishments of deconstructions and post-modern architecture. With both rotating and permanent exhibitions of work by Spanish and international contemporary artists, you will certainly not find anything disappointing when visiting the Guggenheim Museum.
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Our favourite beach destinations this summer
It's without a shadow of a doubt that we are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing our summer holiday with so many incredible and picturesque European destinations right on our doorstep, so how do we choose? We have four top favourite beach hotspots; Sardinia, Crete, Cyprus and Mallorca
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